half-time and bands

[BktBallRef]

Originally Posted by oc

Help me out please. I am a new AD and have a disagreement between my band and the officials.
What is the NFHS rule for half-times and how much time the bands/cheerleaders can use?
Is this followed strictly or can it change state by state, conference by conference?

What if both the home and visiting band wish to perform? What is protocal? Can both perform at halftime, or is one before the game, etc, etc.

-I have no idea, I am a basketball ref and former basketball coach. I don't know the football rules but reading a bit posted here it looks like the rule is 12/3 but could be 17/3 if the state chooses? How strict are you with those times?

thanks

As has been stated, the NFHS allows for at least 10 minutes and no more than 20. Call the assignor, explain the difficulty you're having and tell him how much time you plan to use for halftime for your games. He should then convey it to his crews.